In this policy we use the term “cookies” to refer to cookies and other similar technologies like pixel tags, web beacons, clear GIFs covered by the EU Directive on privacy in electronic communications.

WHAT are cookies?

Cookies are small data files that your browser places on your computer or device. Cookies allow a web server to transfer data to a computer or device for recordkeeping and other purposes. Cookies can help a website deliver a more user-friendly experience. The cookies themselves cannot collect any information stored on your computer or your files.

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HOW WE USE COOKIES

There are two kinds of cookies: “session” and “persistent.” Session cookies are temporary cookies that last only until you close the browser. Persistent cookies remain on your hard drive or device until you erase them or they expire. Both session and persistent cookies may be used in connection with the Site. These cookies are used for security purposes, to facilitate navigation, to display information more effectively, and to better serve you with more tailored information. We may also use cookies to gather statistical information about the usage of the Site in order to continually improve the design and functionality, to understand how visitors use the Site, and to assist us with resolving questions regarding the Site.

The cookies on this Site may be grouped into the following types:

Essential cookies are strictly necessary in order for the Site to perform basic functions. These cookies enable you to navigate around the Site and use the features that you have requested, such as accessing secure areas of the Site. Without these cookies, we cannot provide the services that allow this Site to operate.

Performance cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use the Site. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by providing information about the areas visited, the time spent on the Site, and any issues encountered, such as error messages. This information helps us improve the performance of the Site.

Functionalitycookies improve your experience at the site. These cookies can, for example, remember information such as your user name, language, or location preference. These cookies may be used to provide services you have requested such as watching a video, commenting on a blog, or interacting with third party services like social media features. Remembering your choices helps the Site provide enhanced, more personal features.

HOW other companies’ cookies are used

In addition to Nielsen’s use of cookies on our Site, we allow certain third parties to set and access cookies on your computer. These companies’ use of cookies is subject to their own privacy policies, not the Nielsen Privacy Policy.

Third Party Service

Cookie Type

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Google Webmaster

Performance

Adobe Analytics

Performance

HOW TO CONTROL AND DELETE COOKIES

If you do not want information collected through the use of cookies, there is a simple procedure in most browsers that allows you to decline the use of cookies. To learn more how to manage cookies, please visit . Some features of the Site may not work properly if you decline the use of cookies.